This week’s Lost in Thoughts is definitely inspired by Valentine’s Day. It’s one of my very favorite holidays for a number of reasons. 1) It’s a day dedicated to love (romantic and otherwise), 2) reds and pinks are everywhere, and 3) the candy sure doesn’t hurt. Maybe this post will prompt you to do a little something extra on the 14th!

DIY Valentine garland from Oh So Crafty

Sweet and simple, this project is right up my alley. I’d have a lot of fun choosing a color palette and leafing through old magazines looking for the right pages. Cut out hearts (stars might be fun too) and sew them together. (via Paper Crave)

I LOVE YOU ( a calligraphic stamp ) from Paperfinger’s Etsy shop

You can have beautiful calligraphy right at your fingertips with Paperfinger’s stamps (she has quite a few options). Her writing is so elegant and graceful; I’m having penmanship envy. Ha!

pistachio and grapefruit macarons from cannelle et vanille

These look heavenly, don’t they? So perfect and colorful! If you visit cannelle et vanille, you’ll find the recipe – good luck!

I’ve probably mentioned before that I love The Office. I couldn’t resist sharing one of my favorite scenes for this Valentine’s Day inspired post. I can’t keep the grin off my face when I watch it.

Today’s question: How do you feel about chocolate? I prefer Skittles or ice cream or so many other yummy treats.

-April

Lost In Thoughts is a weekly series. I started this feature because I’m inspired by the amazing things I see on blogs and Etsy, and by family, friends, readers’ comments, and life. I don’t want to keep all of these wonderful finds to myself, so I gather them together on Thursdays to share with you.

Tags: calligraphy, holiday, inspiration, lost in thoughts, paper, pink, red, stamp, The Office, Valentine's Day, valentines, video

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